Amy Laughlin-Hardick
Omaha,NE
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with 19 years of diverse experience in direct patient care. Offering clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinic Nurse
Boystown
03.2021 - Current
- Administered medications and topic treatments to address patient symptoms.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Observed and assessed patients to identify concerning symptoms.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers about conditions and treatments.
- Delegated patient care responsibilities to nursing assistants
- Maintained continuous growth of professional knowledge and competencies through ongoing education opportunities.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Monitored patient vital signs
School Nurse
Visiting Nurses Association
07.2016 - Current
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
- Performed health screening for students by conducting vision, hearing and dental evaluations.
- Maintained upkeep on defibrillators to keep resources in working condition for emergencies.
- Assessed student health and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care.
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Provided support to students with special needs and disabilities to deliver appropriate care and meet educational needs.
- Implemented emergency protocols in medical emergencies to promote safety for students and staff.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Participated in development of school emergency plans to address areas of concern.
- Educated staff regarding medication administration and emergency management
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Immanuel Medical Center
08.2005 - 02.2020
- Established compassionate environment by providing psychological, emotional and spiritual support to patients and families.
- Modified patient health treatment plans by observing patient conditions and responses.
- Supported patients in completing activities of daily living such as dressing, grooming and shower assistance.
- Measured and recorded patients' vital signs
- Delivered treatments and direct nursing care according to physicians' orders in hospital setting environment.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nebraska Methodist College
Omaha, NE07-2005
Skills
- Medication administration
- Care planning
- Compassionate communication
- Telephone triage
- Immunization administration
- Patient charting
- Patient education
- Pediatric nursing
- Clinical judgment
- Vital signs monitoring
- Treatment implementation
- Patient care
Certification
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) instructor – American Heart Association.
Timeline
Clinic Nurse
Boystown
03.2021 - Current
School Nurse
Visiting Nurses Association
07.2016 - Current
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Immanuel Medical Center
08.2005 - 02.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nebraska Methodist College
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